I'm sorry - but they just don't make movies like they used to. I said what I said and I stand by it! We have always loved watching "nostalgic" movies with our kids and this weekend Griffin and I watched My Girl and had me thinking that this would make such a great blog topic. I'm going to share ten of our tried and true favorites today and then some suggestions over the next couple of weeks.
1) The Sandlot
It's just the best. I can't say it enough.
- VP -
Luke was voted in as the Vice President of the MCA chapter of National Honor Society. We can't wait to see him rise to this occasion and it's always a big mom win to see others recognize the same qualities in him that we see.
- BACK AT IT -
Luke injured his posterior tibial tendons back in August and has been seeing a specialized chiropractor and physical therapist to try and rehab it. Not the Junior season he hoped for but we've been so proud of how he's handled the setback.
- MECHANIC -
Luke has been doing some work on his truck and has been LOVING the "Lego" aspect of car mechanics. Parts inventories, ordering parts, YouTube instructional videos, tools... it's been fun to see him find a new hobby.
- SPANISH DANCING -
Mason's spanish teacher incorporates "dance breaks" into their double block of class and it's the highlight of his day. Apparently he's "all in" on the dancing in class much to the delight of his classmates ;) He's heading to Costa Rica this Spring and has big plans for the salsa lesson that they'll be taking while there.
- PHOTOGRAPHY -
Mason has fallen in love with photography. He started using my camera for his graphic design class and was quickly researching lenses among other things. He's been saving for upgraded equipment and has been taking photos as a ton of school sporting events as well as heading out on the weekends to take photos of cars.
- FIRST HOCO -
Homecoming is this week and Mason asked his friend Carrington to go with him. Luke has never been particular about the mum process.... he defaults to whatever is suggested but Mason had MANY THOUGHTS and opinions on all the things ;) The mum turned out BEAUTIFULLY and he's pumped to give it to her which is so sweet!
- MOM/TEACHER -
G is in one of my Math classes this year and has settled in really well. Luke had zero issue with my being his teacher, Mason was completely weirded out at first, and Griffin was NERVOUS (more about what her friends would say than about me actually being her teacher). I am LOVING getting to know her as a student and so far her feedback has been that I'm funnier than she thought which I'm counting as a win!
- WORSHIP -
Griffin has always loved to sing and decided to audition for the youth worship team this Fall. She made it and has been loving the opportunity to lead worship during youth on Sundays.
- IN BETWEEN -
Y'all know I have always loved shopping for Griffin but lately it has been HARD because she's really "in between" youth and women's sizing and finding cute and age appropriate things has been a challenge! She loves Zara but it's been slim pickings and everything Abercrombie is "more of the same". Altard State is a little bit too big.... pretty much WE NEED HELP! If you have any suggestions PLEASE let us know! She also loves Aerie but is pretty well stocked in athleisure... and is wanting more dresses and cute shirts. If you have suggestions leave them in the comments!
- ON THE PROWL -
The weather has FINALLY been cooling off which means Jelly Bean has been on the prowl. She pretty much decides when she wants to go outside and has been wanting to be outside A TON in the nicer weather.
- HOT HOT HOT -
Listen. I like to whine about Texas weather but MY GOSH is summer ever going to be over? It is still like 90 degrees daily and I am UNWELL! UNWELL!!!
- GILMORE GIRLS -
I've mentioned before that Dave started watching Gilmore Girls with me back in the summer and we've been working our way through the seasons. I told him that he was going to be SO ANNOYED with Rory after she got to Chilton and I was right. She better get her act together soon because Dave McAnally is not pleased. haahaha
HAPPY Tuesday, friends!!!
Can y'all believe HAlloween is next week?!?!? I thought I'd reshare a few spooky recipe ideas in case you're startign to think about your plans for next week like I am!
You can check out our pre-trick-or-treating dinner from a few years ago HERE...
I saw this on Instagram and have made it the last three weeks in a row. It's so easy and the flavors are CRAZY GOOD.
Our day of picture books have come and gone but I'd be remiss to not share the books that my kids have loved over the years - because I feel like seasonal picture books (and crafts!) are the best ways to make things feel
Check these out and add a few new ones to your collection or to your library wishlist!
Halloween in the Orchard is in the same series as the gorgeous "Thanksgiving in the Woods" book and it's just everything.
If you've been following along with me on social media you know that last week was a big spirit week on our Middle School campus that included theme days, games, activities, etc. and ended in a big silent disco party on Saturday night. Add to that that report cards were due for me on Sunday night and the blog had to take a backseat to other priorities this weekend. I'll be back here tomorrow with a quick recap of the fun so I'll see you then!
I made this apple cider cake a couple of weekends ago and it lasted about 2 days in my house ;) I've made it twice since then and this is the best picture I have because it goes that fast. It's the PERFECT early Fall dessert!
We're deep in the throes of school spirit weeks and Homecoming and all the fun things so my list is extra fun today!
